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30 February 25, 2015 Chicken & Poultry

Blueberry & Goat Cheese Chicken Salad with Peanut Dijon Dressing

A hearty Chicken Salad with Peanut Dijon Dressing that is filled with fruit, creamy goat cheese, smoked almonds that is a nutritious dinner or lunch! 

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A hearty Chicken Salad with Peanut Dijon Dressing that is filled with fruit, creamy goat cheese, smoked almonds that is a nutritious dinner or lunch! #glutenfree #salad #fruit #peanutdjiondressing

Do you think fruits have holidays?

Or seasons?

A hearty Chicken Salad with Peanut Dijon Dressing that is filled with fruit, creamy goat cheese, smoked almonds that is a nutritious dinner or lunch! #glutenfree #salad #fruit #peanutdjiondressing

Such as, do you hold certain fruits to times of the years? Like all things strawberries in the summer? And apples in the fall? And blood oranges and the ever so gorgeous pomegranate during the chilly months?

I try not to be fruit judgmental and swear them off during their ‘off season’. While I may have to sell half of my belongs to obtain a good piece of fruit, every now and then, I can’t help but crave a big bowl of raspberries and blueberries.

A hearty Chicken Salad with Peanut Dijon Dressing that is filled with fruit, creamy goat cheese, smoked almonds that is a nutritious dinner or lunch! #glutenfree #salad #fruit #peanutdjiondressing

I had one of those moments a few weeks ago. Just don’t tell my husband I spent half of our grocery budget on fruit. He just seemed so into this salad so I am sure he would not object? Please tell me so.

A hearty Chicken Salad with Peanut Dijon Dressing that is filled with fruit, creamy goat cheese, smoked almonds that is a nutritious dinner or lunch! #glutenfree #salad #fruit #peanutdjiondressing

This salad has spring written all over it! Entree salads are all the rave for me during the warmer months. They are dinner savers has you can load them up with hearty mix ins, such as bright fruit, crunchy nuts, creamy cheese, and whatever else your little heart desires, and call it a meal.  Add some grilled chicken or glazed salmon and you have a killer, nutritional powerhouse. Boom!

A hearty Chicken Salad with Peanut Dijon Dressing that is filled with fruit, creamy goat cheese, smoked almonds that is a nutritious dinner or lunch! #glutenfree #salad #fruit #peanutdjiondressing

This salad has been out ‘go to’ dinner as of lately. The ingredients are usually laying around in our fridge and they are not too hard to just swing by and grab if you happen to not have them. Smoked almonds should always go on a salad or just for snacking. Which is my other personal fav. You can do no wrong with either!  The paprika coated chicken balances out the sweetness of the salad perfectly. May want to double that batch actually, as your craving for this salad will be high the next day. Taken from experience!

A hearty Chicken Salad with Peanut Dijon Dressing that is filled with fruit, creamy goat cheese, smoked almonds that is a nutritious dinner or lunch! #glutenfree #salad #fruit #peanutdjiondressing

And the dressing? Oh the dressing! Peanut butter may sound odd in a dressing that is not Thai inspired, but the Dijon mustard adds the savory notes and the maple ties it all together. Making for a dressing that I couldn’t stop test tasting. It had to be perfect for you all!

Now go and get your fruit on!

A hearty Chicken Salad with Peanut Dijon Dressing that is filled with fruit, creamy goat cheese, smoked almonds that is a nutritious dinner or lunch! #glutenfree #salad #fruit #peanutdjiondressing

Tools I used to make this recipe:

  • Saute Pan
  • Blender
  • Chef’s Knife
  • Wooden Spoons

Blueberry, Goat Cheese Chicken Salad with Peanut Djion Dressing

A hearty Chicken Salad with Peanut Dijon Dressing that is filled with fruit, creamy goat cheese, smoked almonds that is a nutritious dinner or lunch!

15 minPrep Time

5 minCook Time

20 minTotal Time

Yields 4

Author:

Megan

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Ingredients

  • For the Dressing:
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 lime, juiced
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic
  • For the Salad:
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 cups curly lettuce, chopped
  • 1/4 of small red onion, sliced thinly
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1/2 cup goat cheese
  • 1/2 cup smoked almonds, chopped

Instructions

  1. Dressing: In a small blender, add all the ingredients for the dressing. Blend until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Salad: Toss the chicken with the salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder.
  3. Preheat a skillet, over medium heat. Add the coconut oil to the preheated skillet.
  4. Add the chicken pieces, working in batches if you skillet is on the smaller size. This ensures the chicken sears and does not steam. Turn the chicken after a few minutes, or until golden brown. Finish cooking for 2 more minutes, or until no longer pink in the middle. Set chicken aside.
  5. In 4 bowls, layer the lettuce mix, red onions, fruit, goat cheese and smoked almonds. Top with chicken and drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.
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This Cranberry Spinach Salad is filled with slightly sweet pears, tart dried cranberries, creamy blue cheese and honey pecans! A sweet and savory salad that is on your table in 5 minutes! #glutenfree #salad #cranberries #healthy

Pear, Blue Cheese & Cranberry Spinach Salad with Honey Pecans

Walnut, Grape & Kale Quinoa Salad with White Balsamic Dressing is a salad that is perfect to make ahead and is filled with sweet, savory, nutty grains and greens to keep you healthy and full!

Walnut, Grape & Kale Quinoa Salad with White Balsamic Dressing

A delicous and flavorful quinoa salad made of caramelized butternut squash, smoked almonds, creamy goat cheese and roasted grapes! Make ahead and store in the fridge until ready to serve!

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If you make this recipe, make sure to snap a photo and hashtag it #WITHSALTANDWIT. I’d love to see what you are cooking up in your kitchen!

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Categories: Chicken & Poultry Tags: almonds, blueberry, chicken, dressing, goat cheese, lime, maple, peanut butter, raspberries, salad

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Comments

  1. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    February 25, 2015 at 6:18 am

    This salad looks great! It has all my favorite things! I try really hard to buy produce that is in season. But I can't resist the berries most of the time. They call to me at the grocery store!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 6:44 am

      Glad I am not the only one that hears my name! Thanks Liz!
      Reply
  2. Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says

    February 25, 2015 at 6:38 am

    The amount of delicious in this salad is SO OUT OF CONTROL. Fruit, Nuts and Goat cheese is my FAVORITE when it comes to salads...and that dressing? Lemme drink it puhlease! Pinned!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 6:45 am

      Ha...right?! Pass me the pitcher of peanut dressing please! Thanks love!
      Reply
  3. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

    February 25, 2015 at 8:23 am

    I love everything about this salad! I am a big goat cheese fan and love it in my salad.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 3:47 pm

      I knew I liked you for a reason ;)
      Reply
  4. stephanie @ Back for Seconds says

    February 25, 2015 at 9:39 am

    This salad looks totally perfect! I don't care what the season is - I just want this salad! :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 3:47 pm

      I couldn't agree more! Thanks Stephanie!
      Reply
  5. Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says

    February 25, 2015 at 10:20 am

    Girl I am all about berries all year round! Loving this salad! It almost likes like a Panera salad! Gorgeous. Can't wait to try it! Pinned!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 3:45 pm

      Oh that is pretty big compliment! Thanks dear!
      Reply
  6. Danae @ Recipe Runner says

    February 25, 2015 at 10:44 am

    So I always try to buy whatever fruit is in season, but when they put out all the berries I just can't help myself. I may or may not have recently spent $5 on a tiny box of raspberries, pathetic when I know I can get them in the summer for $1! Anywho, I would totally splurge on a box of blueberries if it means getting to make this amazing salad!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 3:46 pm

      So glad I am not the only one that splurges on berries!! Thanks Danae!
      Reply
  7. Julie @ Tastes of Lizzy T says

    February 25, 2015 at 11:00 am

    You're absolutely right...this puts me in the mood for spring!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 3:46 pm

      So glad I am not the only one!
      Reply
  8. Cyndi @ My Kitchen Craze says

    February 25, 2015 at 12:23 pm

    This salad looks almost to gorgeous to eat. I did say almost, right? And then that dressing! WOW!! Looks amazing! Never had blueberries in a salad before. Can't wait to try it. Yum! Pinned!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 3:44 pm

      Right?! I thought it was almost too pretty too!
      Reply
  9. Miranda @ Cookie Dough & Oven Mitt says

    February 25, 2015 at 2:52 pm

    Oh yes. This is the salad that I need in my belly. I love the mixture of fruit and chicken and any recipe that includes peanut butter is great in my book!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 3:41 pm

      I couldn't agree more! Peanut Butter for the win!
      Reply
  10. Brielle @ Breezy Bakes says

    February 25, 2015 at 2:53 pm

    Oh my! Oh my, oh my!!! This looks too good to even eat. Seriously! If your description of this salad wasn't so delicious, I would probably just sit and stare at it all day. Yum!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 3:40 pm

      Omg you are so sweet! Thanks Brielle!
      Reply
  11. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    February 25, 2015 at 3:15 pm

    I've actually never used blueberries in a salad before.. you have now inspired me to do so Meg!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 3:32 pm

      You definitely need to! Glad to help Thalia!
      Reply
  12. Jesssica @ stuck on sweet says

    February 25, 2015 at 4:21 pm

    I love Spring salads in the Winter! I actually just made one - it's so hard not to. Loving the hint of peanut in the dressing too...so interesting. Can't wait to try!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 4:22 pm

      Ohhhh I bet it was delicious! I hope you love it. Thanks Jessica!
      Reply
  13. mira says

    February 25, 2015 at 4:21 pm

    Love everything about this salad! Looks delicious! Pinned!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 4:22 pm

      Thanks so much Mira!
      Reply
  14. Jen and Emily @ Layers of Happiness says

    February 25, 2015 at 4:41 pm

    Peanut Dijon dressing?! GAH. You are genius!! Chicken + creamy goat cheese + juicy blueberries + a peanut dijon dressing... I'm in LOVE. I need to try this soon :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 5:10 pm

      Ohh you are too sweet! I hope you do! Thanks!!
      Reply
  15. Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says

    February 25, 2015 at 5:52 pm

    I love the salty and sweetness of this salad. All of the toppings make it sound so decadent!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 7:22 pm

      I second that! Thanks Shelby!
      Reply
  16. Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says

    February 25, 2015 at 6:28 pm

    Mmmm what a delicious salad! And yes I also hold fruits to different seasons until I get bored then there goes half my grocery money too!! Gorgeous shot!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 25, 2015 at 7:22 pm

      Thanks so much Julie! I tried my hardest to live off of frozen fruit but they just weren't cutting it!
      Reply
  17. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    February 25, 2015 at 9:19 pm

    This does look amazing...and well worth the splurge on raspberries and blueberries!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 26, 2015 at 8:25 am

      I am so glad you agree! Thanks Kathy!
      Reply
  18. Becky | The Cookie Rookie says

    February 26, 2015 at 4:49 pm

    Beautiful photos girl! This salad looks like perfection!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 26, 2015 at 5:40 pm

      Thanks love!
      Reply
  19. Nutmeg Nanny says

    February 26, 2015 at 5:13 pm

    This is one delicious looking salad! Love all those bright berries and that dressing sounds out of this world delicious!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      February 26, 2015 at 5:41 pm

      You couldn't be anymore right about the dressing!
      Reply
  20. Marla says

    July 3, 2015 at 1:48 am

    For the dressing - Maple what? Syrup or extract? 3/4 tsp garlic ? powder, minced, chopped?
    Reply
    • Meg says

      July 3, 2015 at 8:10 am

      Hi Marla, you got it! Syrup and powder! Enjoy!
      Reply
  21. Joni says

    August 22, 2015 at 8:53 pm

    This salad looks wonderful. The dressing recipe calls for 1/2 tablespoon of maple. I'm not sure what that is. Are you talking about maple syrup?
    Reply
    • Meg says

      August 23, 2015 at 7:08 am

      Yes, maple syrup!
      Reply
  22. Nikki says

    May 2, 2016 at 3:11 pm

    Found your recipe for Rainbow kale salad with peanut dijon dressing on Pinterest. However can't seem to find the recipe for the dressing. Would love to try these recipes. Could email me the recipe for the dressing? Thanks
    Reply
    • Meg says

      May 2, 2016 at 5:03 pm

      Hi Nikki, the dressing is above in the recipe for Blueberry & Goat Cheese Chicken Salad. It's the same dressing for both. Enjoy!
      Reply
  23. Allison says

    November 2, 2016 at 1:02 pm

    Under Salad it lists coconut oil - what is that for? the salad dressing or to cook with?
    Reply
    • Meg says

      November 4, 2016 at 6:43 am

      Hi Allison, yes in the directions it states to add the coconut oil to the preheated pan. Enjoy!
      Reply

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